Mechanical Technical Assistant Apprentice
MX Group Ltd
Tewkesbury (GL20 8JF)
Closes in 14 days (Wednesday 25 March 2026 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 10 March 2026
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Summary
The vacancy is for a motivated individual who can work both as part of the team and on his or her own on allocated tasks without continuous supervision to a timescale.
- Wage
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£28,000 a year
- Training course
- Engineering technician (level 3)
- Hours
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08:00am till 16:30pm, shifts to be confirmed.
40 hours a week
- Start date
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Monday 7 September 2026
- Duration
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3 years 6 months
- Positions available
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1
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you'll do at work
Your job duties will include:
- To assist the technical manager in researching, testing materials and processes to the relevant applicable standards
- Will be responsible for providing quality assurance surveillance support within the business.
- Practical testing and written reports on all aspects of the business.
Where you'll work
Alpha Cl
Tewkesbury
GL20 8JF
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
GLOUCESTERSHIRE COLLEGE
Training course
Engineering technician (level 3)
Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab)
Training schedule
More training information
EAL Level 2 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Foundation Competence) EAL Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Competence) – Technical Support EAL Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge)
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- English (grade 4)
- Maths (grade 4)
- Science (grade 4)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Initiative
About this employer
Marleton Cross Limited (trading as the MX Group) was founded in 1974. Since then the company has continued to grow into a key manufacturer and supplier to the shower industry. MX manufactures shower trays in Tewkesbury in Gloucestershire. This 90,000 sq ft site also acts as the Head Quarters and transport centre for the company. Having invested in the latest machinery and materials MX is recognised as the leading manufacturer of shower trays in the U.K. producing many different types in hundreds of different shapes and sizes. This gives MX the capability to cater for the individual needs of any customer. MX continues to invest in new innovative ideas and the use of the latest materials, in designs, innovation and equipment, and will ensure it retains its competitive edge.
At the MX Group we see our people as our biggest asset. We employ circa 200 highly trained and experienced staff, many of whom have spent their entire career in shower and plumbing industry and fully understand the business they operate in.
MX produces a huge range of showering products, which includes;
• Shower Trays
• Shower Tray Accessories
MX has been at the forefront of the sector for many years and also ensures that it’s products meet all the health and safety requirement and comply with all relevant British Standards and wherever possible uses WRAS approved and Phthalate free materials. MX is the largest producer of shower trays in the UK with a weekly output of some 7200 trays covering over 200 types and variations.
https://www.mx-group.com/company-profile/ (opens in new tab)
After this apprenticeship
Possible attainment of technical manager position.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
GLOUCESTERSHIRE COLLEGE
Employer Training & Apprenticeships
apprenticeshipvacancies@gloscol.ac.uk
0345 155 2020
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000020172.
Apply now
Closes in 14 days (Wednesday 25 March 2026 at 11:59pm)